Wilkins Harley-Davidson Frequently Asked Questions

We’re open Tuesday through Saturday. Visit our website https://wilkinsharley.com/contact-us/1418 for up-to-date hours and holiday schedules. Wilkins is closed on major holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year’s Day, and July 4th. 

We’re located at 663 South Barre Road, Barre, Vermont—right in the heart of central Vermont.

Call us at (802) 476-6104 or use the contact form on wilkinsharley.com. You can also message us on Facebook or Instagram.

Absolutely! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for news, bikes, events, and Harley lifestyle content.

Yes! We’re proudly family-owned and operated since 1947, serving the Harley community with passion and integrity.  Owned and operated by John Lyon, third generation.  

We carry the latest Harley-Davidson models, including the Street Glide, Road Glide, Fat Boy, Low Riders, and Pan Americas. Browse online or stop in to see what’s available. See our website for more bikes. https://wilkinsharley.com/new-2025-harley-davidson-inventory

Yes, we have a rotating selection of high-quality, pre-owned bikes that our certified technicians fully inspect. You can view them here https://wilkinsharley.com/pre-owned-inventory

Absolutely. We offer competitive trade-in values and make the process simple. Bring your bike in or start online with our trade-in form.

Give us a call or use our website, by selecting the motorcycle you want to ride, to schedule your test ride. A valid motorcycle endorsement is required.

Yes! We frequently offer manufacturer incentives, seasonal deals, and dealership-exclusive perks. Check our website or call for today’s deals.

Yes. We offer flexible financing through Harley-Davidson Financial Services and local banks.

Apply online in minutes on our website, call us at 802-476-6104, or stop by the dealership to speak with a finance specialist.

Credit history, down payment, income, and motorcycle selection all factor in. We work with all types of credit.

Yes, we offer Extended Service Plans that protect your bike along with coverages for your tires and wheels, your paint, your loan, and more.

We don’t offer insurance directly, but we work closely with Harley-Davidson Insurance and other providers who specialize in motorcycle coverage and can connect you to them.

From oil changes to full engine rebuilds, we do it all, performed by Harley-Davidson-certified technicians.

Typically, every 2,500–5,000 miles, depending on your model. Check your owner’s manual or talk to our service team for recommendations.

Yes, it’s easy. Just visit the Service page at wilkinsharley.com and pick a time that works for you.

Yes, we offer climate-controlled winter storage with battery maintenance and safety inspections.

Oil and filter change, safety inspection, fluid check, belt tension adjustment, and tire pressure check.

Yes, we stock a huge inventory of OEM Harley-Davidson parts and accessories.

Yes, many parts can be ordered directly through our website or by calling our Parts Department.

Absolutely. We can help you build the bike of your dreams with custom seats, bars, pipes, lights, and more.

Yes, we carry select aftermarket brands that meet our standards of performance and quality.

Give us a call or use our online parts inquiry form—we’ll check right away.

Helmets, jackets, gloves, boots, and more from Harley-Davidson and trusted gear brands.

Yes, including limited-edition dealer shirts, hoodies, hats, and more.

Yes! Gift cards are available in any amount and make the perfect gift for Harley lovers.

Yes, we have a full range of sizes and styles for men, women, and even kids.

Yes. Our staff can help you find the perfect helmet for comfort, safety, and fit.

Yes! Saturday events and rides, Bike Nights, cooking contests, live music, Veterans’ breakfasts, and more.  We keep the calendar full.

Stop by and we’ll introduce you to the Central Vermont H.O.G. chapter—one of the best around.

Yes, we organize frequent rides during riding season. Follow us on social media for updates.

Yes, we offer our Riding Academy in our parking lot.  A course that will, upon completion, give you your motorcycle endorsement.  Give us a call or stop in for more information.

Follow us on Facebook, sign up for our newsletter, or check our events page regularly.

We don’t currently offer rentals, but we do provide demo rides on select models and test rides.

Yes. Demo rides are encouraged and available by appointment. Valid motorcycle license required.

At this time, we don’t offer rentals—only test rides for interested buyers.

Yes, riders must be 18 or older with a valid motorcycle endorsement.

We recommend bringing your own DOT-approved helmet and protective gear.

It covers defects in materials and workmanship for 2 years with unlimited mileage.

Visit the Harley-Davidson website or call us—we’ll look it up for you by VIN.

Yes, we’re an authorized warranty repair facility.

2 years, unlimited mileage, from the date of purchase.

Yes! Ask our finance team about Extended Service Plans to protect your investment.

Yes, especially during the off-season. Ask about our secure winter storage packages.

Yes, we buy bikes! Get a cash offer or apply the value toward a new one.

Yes. We can arrange shipping anywhere in the U.S. at competitive rates.

Yes, with the Harley-Davidson Visa credit card or by bundling it into your bike purchase.

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No appointment is needed. We inspect motorcycles on a first-come, first-served basis; just bring in your valid registration and insurance. 

No, we are happy to inspect any motorcycle brand. If it needs additional repairs, we are happy to help with recommendations of who can help.

You can replace 1 tire, front or rear, on a first-come first-served basis, no appointment needed.

Unfortunately, we can not complete that as a walk-in service; there is a lot involved. We can change your oil on our express lane, though. Our service advisors can explain what else needs to be done and set you up with an appointment at that time. 

For your safety and ours, Wilkins will only install tires that we sell and can stand behind. There have been instances where customers who have purchased tires online have been injured or received a tire with incorrect compound rating, and installed a tire that was deemed unsafe by its date code. Wilkins wants to make sure everyone is safe. 

We ask for a 5-day notice, this allows us time to get the bike out, cleaned up, set your tire pressure, and fully charge your battery one last time. You’re welcome to use the online form to let us know what date you would like to take your bike out of storage and our team will reach out to you.

Every 2 years.

Are your turn signals blinking together or alternating?

Alternating: It does sound like your security is going off. Please walk away from the bike and wait for the turn signals to stop. Give the service team a call, and we can walk you through the process of turning it off.

Together: It sounds like your hazards are on. Give the service team a call, and we can walk you through the process of turning them off.